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What does the baby name Asphodel mean? Learn about what Asphodel means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Asphodel - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Asphodel
A-S-P-H-O-D-E-L, is a 8-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Asphodel
AS fo del
Meaning of Asphodel
Flower name, lilly, flower.
Origin of Asphodel
The name 'Asphodel' has its origins in Greek mythology. In Greek mythology, the asphodel flower was associated with the underworld and was often depicted as a symbol of death and mourning. It was believed that the souls of the dead would reside in fields of asphodel in the afterlife.
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Popularity of Asphodel
The name 'Asphodel' is not widely popular and is considered to be a unique and uncommon name. It is not among the top names chosen for girls in recent years.
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Etymology of Asphodel

The name 'Asphodel' is derived from the Greek word 'asphodelos'. The word 'asphodelos' refers to the asphodel flower itself. The etymology of the word is uncertain, but it is believed to have its roots in the Greek words 'asphalos' meaning 'safety' or 'secure' and 'delos' meaning 'visible' or 'evident. '

Cultural Significance of Asphodel

In Greek mythology, the asphodel flower held cultural significance as it was associated with the afterlife. It was believed that the souls of the dead would wander through fields of asphodel in the underworld. The name 'Asphodel' may hold symbolic meaning for those who appreciate Greek mythology or have an interest in the concept of life and death.